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Resource - Parents and carers online bullying information

Information about bullying for parents and carers, produced by NSW Department of Education

How chat, texting and messaging can keep us connected

Staying in touch with friends and family is now easier than ever before. Young people are using online communication to build friendships, share their lives and work together.

What are the benefits of social media?

Social media, when used in a responsible and age-appropriate way, can help children learn, think critically and build the skills they need for the future.

Protecting your personal information and digital reputation

Staying safe online includes staying in control of who can see your personal information online, and who can not. Over time, the information you share becomes part of your digital reputation.

What makes a good password?

Keeping your passwords strong and secure is one way to stay safe online. What makes a good password?

Tips to support safe behaviour online

Staying safe online requires range of skills and attributes from technical knowledge to critical thinking and empathy. These 5 tips introduce some of the key skills for engaging safely online.

Become a discerning digital citizen – how to spot fake news

Jenny Luca, Head of Digital Learning and Practice, Wesley College, explores the challenges of helping young people to become discerning digital citizens.

What are the benefits of watching videos together?

Watching videos together with your children can be a positive experience and an opportunity to start meaningful conversations about characters, themes, and events.

Using technology in schools – your rights and responsibilities

In order to ensure that all students and teachers in public schools can be provided with safe, secure and quality access to the internet, the NSW Department of Education expects all staff and students to understand and abide by the Student Use of Digital Devices and Online Services policy.

Healthy technology use

Technology can be helpful in maintaining health when used thoughtfully and in moderation.

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